Draw conclusions a paradox is an apparent contradiction that reveals a truth. the witches end the first scene with paradox. fair is foul and foul is fair. explain the ways in which this contradiction is shown to be true in act 1.

In "MacBeth", the witches' contradictory prediction of "fair is foul, and foul is fair” is an ongoing motif in the play that explains that appearances can be deceiving. At first glance, Macbeth finds the witches to be hideous, but he thinks that their predictions are appealing. Also, things that are good become bad, and things that are bad become good. This refers to the prediction of Macbeth to become king (which was supposed to be a good thing) but quickly turns sour when he betrays Duncan to take the throne.  

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